Prepare your spring holiday at

Menton, Riviera & Merveilles

nature, culture and dolce vita, a jewel case for escape!

More the epicurean, contemplative or adventurous type? There’s something for everyone! Whether you’re an art and history buff, a sports enthusiast or a family traveller, you’ll be seduced by the dolce vita that reigns here. Take a break in Menton’s remarkable gardens. Discover the hilltop villages and their craftsmen. Set off on an adventure in this outdoor destination, from the coast to the Vallée des Merveilles and the Mercantour Park. Less than 1 hour from Nice, between Monaco and Italy, you’ll arrive in an unspoilt setting. A 4-season destination, between sea and mountains, Menton, Riviera & Merveilles is a haven of authenticity with sublime panoramas.

Why choose Menton, Riviera & Merveilles?

FOR A SPRING BREAK?

The call of Wonderland.

In spring, Menton, Riviera & Merveilles reveals itself in all its splendour. The town’s emblematic gardens blossom, nature reclaims its rights and you can move freely between the sea and the mountains.

In Menton, the most Italian of French towns, the art of living is expressed in the colourful alleyways, graphic facades and gentle terraces bathed in light. Not far away, the architectural beauties and coastline of Roquebrune offer a space for contemplation. The hilltop villages invite you to take a stroll and meet the craftsmen, while the lush green valleys offer a peaceful place to explore. The Train des Merveilles becomes an experience in its own right, linking the coast to the villages and valleys, and allowing you to travel in a different way, to the rhythm of the landscapes and history. Fresh air, breathtaking panoramas and dolce vita make up a vibrant springtime, a time to recharge your batteries and discover an authentic, diverse and vibrant region.

Compose your stay,

as the mood takes you

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From a short getaway to an extended immersion, experience the region at your own pace.

Depending on the time you have available, your stay will take shape naturally.

1. At the weekend, the essentials are just a stone’s throw away: gentle urban life, coastal walks, gardens, artistic and architectural heritage and gourmet breaks.
2. In 3 days, the experience expands: you can link coastline and hilltop villages, and alternate cultural discoveries, panoramic views and moments of contemplation in dolce vita mode.
3. For a longer stay, the region can be experienced in its entirety: gentle itineraries, stops in the valleys, local encounters, time to explore in complete freedom and to gain height. The Train des Merveilles then becomes a common thread, inviting you to travel in a different way, letting the landscapes punctuate the experience.

Here, each holiday is adapted to your wishes, with no fixed programme, for a free, sensitive and deeply human discovery.

Compose your stay

5 FAVOURITE ACTIVITIES

THINGS TO DO IN WINTER IN MENTON, RIVIERA & MERVEILLES

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Visit a citrus grove: discover the sun-drenched orchards and the secrets of making the famous local citrus fruits.
Hiking: set off to walk around the hilltop villages and enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the sea.
Markets & specialities: stroll through the colourful stalls, taste the roasted chestnuts and fragrant citrus fruits, and let yourself be seduced by the flavours of winter.
Snowshoeing at Castérino: breathe in the pure mountain air on a snowshoe walk through forests and snow-covered landscapes.
Heritage & workshops: visit the palaces of the Belle Époque or the Trophée d’Auguste, then give free rein to your creativity by taking part in a fresh pasta or co

Plan your winter holidays in Menton, Riviera & Merveilles

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VISIT A LEMON FARM

Winter is citrus season. Come and discover our citrus grove in the Carnolès garden and other private groves.

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HIKING PARADISE

Between sea and mountains, between Indian summer and snow-capped peaks, on foot, mountain bike or snowshoes, Menton, Riviera & Merveilles is a great place for hiking.

RELIVE THE BELLE ÉPOQUE

The facades of the Belle Epoque hide many mysteries. Discover the splendour of yesteryear on a guided tour of one of the palaces.

MENTON GARDENS

“My city is a garden”. Menton’s signature is a reality that is experienced on a daily basis. With its remarkable gardens, whether exotic, Mediterranean or English, Menton boasts an incomparable botanical heritage and luxuriant vegetation.

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HILLTOP AND MEDIEVAL VILLAGES

Wander through the medieval hilltop villages, discover artists’ and craftsmen’s workshops, and experience the peace and authenticity of the sea and mountains. Sublime panoramas guaranteed!

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THE AUGUSTUS TROPHY

The majestic Trophée d’Auguste in La Turbie is the first stop on the incredible Via Julia Augusta. Built around 6 BC in honour of the emperor Augustus, it remained intact until the fall of the Roman Empire.

Celebrate the festive season in Menton, Riviera & Merveilles!

In Menton, Riviera & Merveilles, the festive season promises to be magical! In Menton, the Christmas market will light up the town with 32 craft stalls, entertainment and winter treats, from 5 December 2025 to 4 January 2026. In Saorge, producers and artisans share their local treasures at the market in a friendly atmosphere. La Turbie comes alive from 6 to 25 December with a rich programme of illuminations, concerts, a Christmas market in the alleyways, shows and nativity scene exhibitions. In Roquebrune Village, the famous Chemin des Crèches celebrates its 25th edition, with over 300 cots to admire in the streets of the village.

Experience the magic of the festive season at the Vrai Pays des Merveilles.

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Christmas in Menton

From 5 December 2025 to 4 January 2026, Menton will be lit up and transformed into a veritable winter fairytale. During the festive season, the city of lemons becomes an...

GET YOUR TRAINERS ON!

3 ideas for walks in Menton, Riviera & Merveilles

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The medieval garden of Sainte-Agnès

DISCOVER THE ITINERARY

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A walk along the Le Corbusier trail

DISCOVER THE ITINERARY

Walks in Wonderland

In Menton, the magic of Christmas can be seen in the narrowest streets. The houses with their yellow and ochre facades, typical of the Côte d’Azur coastline, are adorned with garlands, miniature Christmas trees and Santas hanging from the windows. With its blend of local traditions and Mediterranean ambience, Menton offers an enchanting setting for celebrating the festive season on the Côte d’Azur. A charming stroll through one of the most emblematic villages on the Côte d’Azur coastline.